Pilots Can Lose Medical for Multiple DUI’s or Drug Charges

The Code of Federal Regulations, Formerly known as FAR’s, section § 61.15 specifically deals with offenses by pilots involving alcohol or drugs. A conviction for the violation of any Federal or State statute relating to the various actions related to narcotic drugs, marijuana, or depressant or stimulant drugs or substances is grounds for the denial of an application for any certificate, rating, or authorization for a period of up to 1 year after the date of final conviction or a suspension of your ratings. Read more

Lifetime Ban and Fines for Illegal Fishing

Four Southern California men will be unable to receive California fishing permits for the remainder of their lives. Each man pled guilty to commercially harvesting abalone. In addition to the lifetime fishing ban, each was fined $20,000. Read more